ThinkerPlace: Cultivating Curiosity with STEM Learning

Vasundhra Tewari

| 2025-08-26 | The Ascendants

While Montessori and play-based learning have long shaped early education, ThinkerPlace is introducing a fresh approach with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) learning, which focuses on providing young learners in India with a more practical, hands-on way to learn.

Established by the Lexicon Group of Institutes in 2019, this startup follows the idea of ‘learning beyond books.’ The founders Deepti Sharma (Director of Lexicon Kids and a Trustee of the Lexicon Group) and Saurabh Tiwari (innovative entrepreneur and CEO of ThinkerPlace) believe learning should be more practical rather than rote memorization. That’s why, after extensive research, they have created DIY educational smart toys for different age groups of children.

ThinkerPlace: The Mission

ThinkerPlace believes in combining fun with learning by introducing specially designed age-appropriate STEM kits into a child’s education journey. These DIY STEM kits are meant to spark curiosity and help kids learn various concepts and implement them in real life.

The larger aim is to nurture a scientific mindset, encouraging kids to test and apply what they learn in their everyday lives. With this approach, ThinkerPlace offers a blended style of teaching that supports personalized learning, allowing every child to progress at their own pace.

What ThinkerPlace Offers

Age-based DIY STEM Kits

Created with the help of experts, ThinkerPlace kits are carefully designed for different age groups, from preschoolers to pre-teens, and are often offered through subscription plans.

Each kit provides children with the opportunity to build projects independently, explore key STEM concepts, and develop an active interest in subjects that often seem challenging.

Fully Equipped STEM Labs for Structured Learning

ThinkerPlace had partnered with many educational institutions including Lexicon Schools (Pune), Achievers Active High School, and Modern School (Delhi) to install fully equipped STEM labs.

These labs have 3D printing zones, drone and robotics set-ups, automation modules, and more to introduce the young learners with science and technology at an early stage.

Hybrid Learning Ecosystem

ThinkerPlace supports its kits with a Learning Management System (LMS) that includes step-by-step manuals, concept videos, quizzes, and even augmented reality (AR) features to make the projects come alive.

To strengthen the experience further, the company also offers teacher training and one-on-one mentorship, ensuring children get the most out of their learning journey.

Solving the Real World Problems

This startup designs its products to address real-life challenges faced by children in today’s technology-driven world. Each patented kit is built around the STEM curriculum, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2022. These kits have already been introduced in several schools, including the Lexicon Group of Schools, with the aim of preparing today’s children to grow into the innovators and leaders of the future.